Experience

The Journey

25 years across six states, four hotels, a working farm, culinary school and 7 country clubs.

Ben Simpkins competing at a culinary event

Education: Johnson & wALES uNIVERSITY aas cULINARY aRTS nORFOLK, vA 1999

Expertise

Core Skills

Technique

  • Classical Cooking techniques
  • Modern plating & composition
  • Fermentation & preservation
  • Sous Vide on a high volume environment
  • Live-fire & wood-roasting

Leadership

  • Brigade management (up to 70)
  • Menu development & costing
  • Supplier & farm partnerships
  • Staff training & mentorship
  • HACCP & food safety compliance

Recognition

  • 2× James Beard Chef
  • National ACF Presidents Award
  • Induction 2019 into American Academy of Chefs
  • 2018 Northeast Regional Chef of the Year for ACF
  • Awarded National Volunteered of the Year for National Kidney Foundation

Behind the scenes

Ben Simpkins in the kitchen
Ben Simpkins at work
Ben Simpkins culinary moment
Ben Simpkins chef life

Opportunities

Available for new opportunities

Open to executive chef, head chef, and consulting roles. References available on request.